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GCE A LEVEL
WJEC Eduqas GCE A LEVEL in
CHEMISTRY
ACCREDITED BY OFQUAL
SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT
MATERIALS
Teaching from 2015
This Ofqual regulated qualification is not available for
candidates in maintained schools and colleges in Wales.
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Candidate Name
Centre Number
Candidate Number
A LEVEL CHEMISTRY
COMPONENT 1
Physical and Inorganic Chemistry
SPECIMEN PAPER
2 hours 30 minutes
Section A
Section B
For Examiner’s use only
Maximum
Mark
Question
Mark
Awarded
1. to 11.
15
12.
15
13.
10
14.
10
15.
7
16.
15
17.
12
18.
22
19.
14
Total
120
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS
In addition to this examination paper, you will need a data sheet and a calculator.
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Use black ink or black ball-point pen. Do not use gel pen. Do not use correction fluid.
Write your name, centre number and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this page.
Answer all questions in the spaces provided in this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The number of marks is given in brackets at the end of each question or part-question.
You are reminded of the need for good English and orderly, clear presentation in your
answers.
No certificate will be awarded to a candidate detected in any unfair practice during the
examination.
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SECTION A
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
1.
Explain the term dynamic equilibrium.
[1]
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2.
Place the following compounds in order of increasing bond angles.
CH4
smallest
H2O
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BF3
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[1]
NH3
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largest
3.
Draw a dot and cross diagram to show the bonding present in an ammonium ion, NH4+.
[1]
4.
The table below gives the electronegativity values.
Atom
Electronegativity value
B
H
C
O
Cl
2.0
2.1
2.5
3.5
3.0
Use the data in the table to identify any dipoles present in the following bonds,
marking their polarity clearly.
O—H
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C—H
B—Cl
C=O
[2]
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5.
XeF2 is one of the few noble gas compounds known. It reacts with water in the
presence of a base according to the equation below.
2XeF2 + 2H2O → 2Xe + 4HF + O2
Complete the table below to give the initial and final oxidation states of the xenon and
oxygen atoms, noting whether oxidation or reduction has occurred.
[2]
Element
Initial oxidation state
Final oxidation state
Oxidation/Reduction
xenon
oxygen
6.
The reaction of magnesium metal with phosphoric acid, H3PO4, produces magnesium
phosphate. Give the formula of magnesium phosphate.
[1]
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7.
The diagrams below represent the arrangement of particles in two substances.
substance A
substance B
Choose the names of the substances represented from the following list:
sodium chloride, diamond, ice, graphite, caesium chloride
[1]
Substance A …………………………………………………………………………………..
Substance B …………………………………………………………………………………..
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8.
Place the following in order of increasing entropy, giving a reason.
Br2(l)
Cl2(g)
[1]
I2(s)
Lowest entropy
Highest entropy
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Reason………………………………………………………………………………………….
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9.
Ammonia is produced from hydrogen and nitrogen in the Haber process.
N2(g)
+
3H2(g)
⇌ 2NH3(g)
Write the expression for the equilibrium constant in terms of pressure, Kp,
for this reaction Give the units for Kp assuming that pressures are given in
atmospheres (atm).
[2]
Units ………………………………
10.
1 mol of a gas occupies 24.0 dm3 at 298 K and 1 atm. Calculate the temperature at
which it occupies 25.0 dm3 at the same pressure.
[2]
Temperature = ……………… K
11.
Write an ionic equation for the reaction of aqueous I‒ and Cu2+ ions to form
copper(I) iodide and iodine.
[1]
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SECTION B
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
12.
Our current understanding of the structure of the atom is based on evidence that has
been collected over many years and from many sources.
(a)
Rutherford introduced the idea of a small nucleus surrounded by a space
where the electrons are found, based on an experiment where alpha particles
fired at a thin gold film passed straight through it.
(i)
An isotope of gold, 190Au, can be produced by the emission of an
alpha particle from a radioactive atom. This in turn decays by positron
emission. Deduce the mass number and symbol of the initial and final
nuclides in this decay series.
[2]
Mass number
Symbol
Initial nuclide
Final nuclide
(ii)
Four other radioactive isotopes with the same mass are given in the
table.
Isotope
Half-life
Radioactive emission
190
W
30 minutes
β
190
Re
3.1 minutes
β
6.5 × 1011 years
α
6.3 seconds
α
190
Pt
190
Bi
Describe why radioactivity is dangerous to living cells. Use all the data
given to identify which of these isotopes would cause most damage to
cells if consumed.
[4]
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(b)
The energy levels of electrons are quantised, with the higher energy levels
becoming closer together. These energy levels form shells and there are fixed
maximum numbers of electrons in each shell.
(i)
Part of the evidence for this model comes from the atomic emission
spectra of the elements. Describe the atomic emission spectrum of
hydrogen and explain how this provides evidence for aspects of the
model above.
[6]
(Your ability to construct an extended response will be assessed in this question.)
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(ii)
Further evidence for this model comes from successive ionisation energies.
Explain how these provide evidence for aspects of the model described.
Sketch the expected pattern of successive ionisation energies for an atom of
aluminium and use it to illustrate your answer.
[3]
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13.
Sodium and magnesium are both typical s-block metals while copper is a typical
d-block metal.
(a)
Describe what happens when sodium oxide and magnesium oxide are added
separately to cold water. Your answer should be illustrated by relevant
chemical equations.
[2]
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(b)
Describe one chemical test, other than a flame test, which would distinguish
between unlabelled aqueous solutions of sodium chloride and magnesium
chloride. Your answer should include reagent(s) used and observations in
each case.
[2]
Reagent(s) …………………………………………………………………………....
Observation(s)………………………………………………………………………...
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(c)
Sodium ethanoate and sodium chloride are both salts of sodium.
Explain why an aqueous solution of sodium ethanoate has a pH greater than
7 while the pH of aqueous sodium chloride is 7.
[2]
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(d)
The enthalpy of formation of copper(II) fluoride, CuF2, can be determined
indirectly using a Born-Haber cycle. Use the data given below to calculate
the enthalpy change of formation of copper(II) fluoride in kJ mol‒1.
[4]
ΔH ϴ (kJ mol‒1)
Process
Cu(s)
Cu(g)
½F2(g)
F(g)
Cu(g)
+
Cu (g) + e
79
‒
745
Cu2+(g) + e‒
Cu+(g)
F(g) + e‒
2+
339
‒348
F‒(g)
‒
Cu (g) + 2F (g)
1960
CuF2 (s)
‒3037
‒1
Enthalpy change of formation = .................................. kJ mol
10
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14.
Dinitrogen pentoxide, N2O5, decomposes in the gas phase according to the equation
below.
2N2O5(g)
colourless gas
(a)
→
4NO2(g)
brown gas
+
O2 (g)
colourless gas
One method of studying the rate of this reaction is to measure the pressure of
the gas at constant volume. State how the pressure will change during the
reaction. Explain why this is the case.
[2]
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.
(b)
The initial rates of this reaction for different concentrations of N2O5 were
measured and are given in the table below.
Concentration of N2O5 (mol dm‒3)
Initial rate (mol dm‒3 s‒1)
4.00 × 10‒3
5.97 × 10‒5
6.00 × 10‒3
8.98 × 10‒5
8.00 × 10‒3
1.19 × 10‒4
The rate equation for this reaction is:
Rate = k[N2O5]1
(i)
Show that the rate equation is consistent with the data above.
[2]
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(ii)
Two possible mechanisms have been suggested for this reaction.
These are shown below.
Mechanism A
Mechanism B
N2O5 → NO2 + NO3
2N2O5 → 2NO3 + N2O4
NO3 → NO + O2
NO3 + N2O4 → NO + 2NO2 + O2
NO + N2O5 → 3NO2
NO + NO3 → 2NO2
Giving your reasons, state which of the mechanisms is compatible
with the rate equation.
[2]
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(c)
The activation energy of the reaction can be calculated by finding the value of
the rate constant, k, at a series of different temperatures, T.
The following graph shows a plot of ln k against 1/T. The gradient, m, of
the line is related to the activation energy, Ea.
m = ‒Ea
R
(R = 8.31 J K‒1 mol‒1)
Find the activation energy for this reaction in kJ mol‒1.
[4]
Activation energy = .......................................... kJ mol‒1
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15.
Methanol, CH3OH, can be oxidised according to the equation below.
CH3OH(l) + 1½O2(g) → CO2(g) + 2H2O(l)
(a)
Substance
Standard enthalpy change of
formation, ΔfH ϴ (kJ mol‒1)
Entropy, S
(J K‒1 mol‒1)
CH3OH(l)
‒239
127
O2(g)
0
206
CO2(g)
‒394
214
H2O(l)
‒286
70
Use the information in the table to calculate the Gibbs free energy, ΔG,
for this reaction at 298 K. You must show your working.
[6]
ΔG = .......................................... kJ mol‒1
(b)
State what information your answer to part (a) gives about the feasibility of
the reaction.
[1]
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16.
(a)
(i)
Bromine is obtained commercially by passing chlorine into sea water,
which contains bromide ions. Write an ionic equation for this reaction.
[1]
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(ii)
Describe a test to show that an aqueous solution contains bromide
ions, stating reagent(s) and observation(s).
[2]
Reagent(s)..............................................................................................
Observation(s)........................................................................................
(b)
Sodium chloride and sodium bromide both react with concentrated sulfuric
acid but with different results.
(i)
When solid sodium chloride reacts, a steamy gas is produced.
Name this gas.
[1]
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(ii)
When solid sodium bromide reacts, a steamy gas, a brown gas and a
colourless gas are produced. Name the colourless gas.
[1]
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(c)
Write the equation for the reaction of chlorine with aqueous sodium hydroxide
at room temperature and explain why this is classified as a disproportionation
reaction.
[3]
Equation
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Explanation
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(d)
A buffer solution was made by adding 19.6 g of sodium 3-chloropropanoate,
CH2ClCH2COONa, to 1 dm3 of 0.100 mol dm‒3 3-chloropropanoic acid,
CH2ClCH2COOH, at 298 K.
(Ka for 3-chloropropanoic acid = 7.94 × 10‒5 mol dm‒3 at 298 K)
Calculate the pH of the buffer solution at 298 K.
[4]
pH = .................
(e)
Explain how an aqueous solution of 3-chloropropanoic acid and
sodium 3-chloropropanoate can act as a buffer solution when a small
amount of acid and alkali is separately added to it. You may assume that
3-chloropropanoic acid and sodium 3-chloropropanoate act in a similar way
to ethanoic acid and sodium ethanoate.
[3]
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17.
Schönite is a hydrated ionic compound with general formula Q2Z(SO4)y.xH2O where
Q and Z are two different s-block metal ions with atomic numbers of less than 40.
(a)
A flame test on a sample of schönite gives a lilac flame. State what
information this test provides.
[1]
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(b)
In order to find the value of x in the formula above a sample of schönite was
heated and weighed several times until the sample reached constant mass.
(i)
Give a reason why the sample is heated to constant mass.
[1]
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(ii)
When a sample of 0.010 mol of schönite was heated to constant
mass, the mass lost was 1.081 g. Use this information to calculate the
value of x.
[2]
x = ...................................
(c)
25.0 cm3 of a solution of schönite of concentration 0.100 mol dm‒3 was treated
with excess barium chloride solution, which produced a precipitate of barium
sulfate.
(i)
Write an ionic equation for the reaction.
[1]
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(ii)
Explain why an excess of barium chloride solution was needed and
suggest how you could ensure that sufficient barium chloride had been
added.
[2]
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(iii)
The barium sulfate produced was isolated and dried, and its mass
was found to be 1.166 g. Calculate the value of y in the formula
Q2Z(SO4)y.xH2O.
[3]
y = ........................................
(d)
The Mr of the anhydrous schönite produced in part (c) was 294.7. Use all
the information above to write the formula of schönite, explaining your
reasoning.
[2]
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18.
Cobalt forms the complex ions [Co(H2O)6]2+ and [CoCl4]2–.
(a)
Draw the structures of these two complex ions.
(b)
The two different coloured Co(II) complex ions exist together in equilibrium in
solution in the presence of chloride ions:
‒
[2]
2‒
[Co(H2O)6]2+(aq) + 4Cl (aq) ⇌ [CoCl4] (aq) + 6H2O(l)
These complexes are coloured and the visible spectra below show the
absorbance of light of different wavelengths by the two compounds.
(i)
Both complexes have the same percentage absorption at 590 nm.
Calculate the energy associated with this wavelength.
[2]
h = 6.63 × 10‒34 J s
c = 3.00 × 108 m s‒1
Energy = .......................................... J
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(ii)
One of the two complexes is blue. State which complex this is, giving
a reason for your choice. Explain why this complex ion is coloured.
[6]
(Your ability to construct an extended response will be assessed in this question.)
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(iii)
The relationship between the percentage of light absorbed and the
concentration of a complex ion can be used to find the concentration
of a given solution.
The graph below shows the relationship between the percentage of
light of a particular wavelength absorbed and the concentration of
[Co(H2O)6]2+.
This relationship can also be expressed as a mathematical equation:
concentration of [Co(H2O)6]
2+
‒3
= 1.942 × 10 × percentage of light absorbed
Determine a value for the concentration of a solution that absorbs 33.6 %
of the light of this wavelength using the graph and another value using the
equation. Comment on the values obtained.
[3]
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(c)
(i)
Write an expression for the equilibrium constant, Kc, for the equilibrium
between [Co(H2O)6]2+ and [CoCl4]2‒.
[1]
[Co(H2O)6]
(ii)
2+
‒
2‒
+ 4Cl ⇌ [CoCl4] + 6H2O
A non-aqueous solution initially containing 0.20 mol dm‒3 [Co(H2O)6]2+
and 0.50 mol dm-3 Cl‒ was allowed to come to equilibrium. The
concentration of [CoCl4]2‒ at equilibrium was 0.08 mol dm‒3.
Calculate the value of Kc under these conditions and give its units. [4]
Kc = ...........................................
Units ..........................................
(d)
Silver nitrate solution is added to a solution containing [CoCl4]2‒ ions which
causes the solution to become cloudy and then change colour. Explain these
observations.
[4]
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19.
A student was given a solution containing a mixture of Fe2+ and Fe3+ ions (solution X)
and was asked to determine the concentrations of each ion in the solution. He followed
Method A described below.
Method A
Part 1
Pipette 25.00 cm3 of solution X into a conical flask and add 10 cm3 of dilute sulfuric
acid. Titrate this solution with a 0.0200 mol dm‒3 solution of potassium
manganate(VII) until the first permanent pink colour remains in the solution. Repeat
the titration as many times as necessary and calculate a mean titre.
The results of the titrations were 15.00 cm3, 14.90 cm3, 15.70 cm3 and 14.95 cm3.
Part 2
Pipette 25.00 cm3 of solution X into a conical flask and add acid and granulated zinc.
Warm the flask for 10 minutes to allow the all of the Fe3+ ions to be reduced to Fe2+
ions. After the solution has cooled, remove the excess zinc by filtering and titrate it
against the same manganate(VII) solution used in Part 1. This time 19.10 cm3 of the
manganate(VII) solution were required.
(a)
(i)
Outline two safety precautions that the student would have taken
during the experiment, giving a reason for each.
[2]
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(ii)
The half-equations for the reaction between Fe2+ ions and acidified
manganate(VII) ions are:
2+
Fe (aq)
‒
+
MnO4 (aq) + 8H (aq) + 5e
‒
3+
→
Fe (aq) + e
‒
→
2+
Mn (aq) + 4H2O(l)
Use the titration results from Method A Part 1 to calculate the
‒3
2+
concentration, in mol dm , of the Fe ions in the mixture.
Concentration Fe
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(iii)
Use the results from Method A Part 2 to calculate the concentration, in
mol dm‒3, of the total Fe2+ and Fe3+ content in the mixture. Hence
calculate the concentration, in mol dm‒3, of the Fe3+ ions in the
mixture.
[3]
Concentration Fe
(iv)
3+
= .......................................... mol dm
‒3
Comment on the accuracy and reliability of the measurements in
Method A Part 1 and suggest improvements that could be made to
improve the accuracy of the results.
[3]
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Method B includes an alternative to Part 2. The concentration of Fe3+ ions is
determined by atomic absorption spectroscopy.
In this technique a sample of a solution is vaporised and atomised. A beam of light is
passed through this and the absorbance of a specific wavelength of the light is
measured using an electronic detector. This frequency is one of the absorption
frequencies of the metal’s atomic absorption spectrum.
To use this device, a control (usually a mixture of distilled water and another solution) is
used in the spectrometer to calibrate the machine. After the device has been calibrated
the concentration can be found by repeating the procedure using solution X.
(b)
Justify which of the two procedures would be likely to give the more accurate
result for the concentration of Fe3+ ions in solution X.
[3]
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Candidate Name
Centre Number
Candidate Number
A LEVEL CHEMISTRY
COMPONENT 2
Organic Chemistry and Analysis
SPECIMEN PAPER
2 hours 30 minutes
Section A
Section B
For Examiner’s use only
Maximum
Mark
Question
Mark
Awarded
1. to 9.
15
10.
18
11.
18
12.
17
13.
11
14.
14
15.
15
16.
12
Total
120
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS
In addition to this examination paper, you will need a data sheet and a calculator.
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Use black ink or black ball-point pen. Do not use gel pen. Do not use correction fluid.
Write your name, centre number and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this page.
Answer all questions in the spaces provided in this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The number of marks is given in brackets at the end of each question or part-question.
You are reminded of the need for good English and orderly, clear presentation in your
answers.
No certificate will be awarded to a candidate detected in any unfair practice during the
examination.
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SECTION A
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
1.
Draw the structural formula of a compound that has the same molecular formula as
pentane.
[1]
2.
Name the compound that can be polymerised to give
[1]
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3.
In the upper atmosphere chlorofluoromethane undergoes homolytic fission of the
C—Cl bond. Give the formulae of the resulting species.
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4.
The reaction of 2-methylpropene with hydrogen bromide is similar to that of propene
with hydrogen bromide. Draw the structure of the main product of the reaction of
2-methylpropene with hydrogen bromide.
[1]
5.
The formula for 1-phenyl-1-chloroethene is shown below.
State why this compound does not exist as E‒Z isomers.
[1]
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6.
Malic acid, isolated from apples, is the enantiomer which has the structure
(a)
State why malic acid has two enantiomers.
[1]
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(b)
State a physical property of the two enantiomers that could be used to
distinguish between them.
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7.
(a)
Use the formula of 2-phenylethanol below to state why it is a primary alcohol.
[1]
CH2
CH2
OH
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8.
(a)
Give the displayed formula of an isomer of formula C8H10O that can be
oxidised to a ketone.
[1]
Methanoic acid is unusual for a carboxylic acid because it contains a
group.
This group will react with Tollens’ reagent on warming. Give the result of this
test and explain why it occurs.
[2]
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(b)
Use your answer to (a) to suggest why it is unlikely that silver methanoate,
‒
+
HCOO Ag , can exist.
[1]
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9.
Complete the table below to show how you would test for each of the three functional
groups present in the following compound.
[3]
OH
H
OH
H
Reagent(s)
O
Functional group identified
Observation
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SECTION B
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
10.
(a)
The displayed formula for ethanal is shown below.
The molecular shape of the aldehyde group is trigonal planar and the
molecular shape of the methyl group is tetrahedral.
Suggest values for the
(b)
C – Ĉ – H angle 1
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H – Ĉ – H angle 2
……….……….
State a reagent that can be used to oxidise ethanal to ethanoic acid.
[2]
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(c)
Ethanal can be oxidised to ethanedial by selenium dioxide.
(i)
Give the oxidation numbers of selenium in both selenium dioxide and
selenium itself. State how this shows that reduction has occurred
during this reaction.
[2]
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(ii)
State a piece of evidence that suggests that selenium dioxide is a less
powerful oxidising agent than the one used in (b) above.
[1]
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(iii)
In an experiment 22.0 g of ethanal was oxidised by selenium dioxide to
produce 20.0 g of ethanedial. Calculate the percentage yield of ethanedial.
[3]
Percentage yield = ............................ %
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(d)
One method of identifying aldehydes and ketones is to make a
2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine derivative. The melting temperature of the purified
derivative is then compared with its book value.
(i)
State the type of reaction that occurs when an aldehyde or ketone
reacts with 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine.
[1]
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(ii)
The melting temperatures of some 2,4-dintrophenylhydrazine
derivatives are shown in the table.
Aldehyde / Ketone
cyclopentanone
propanal
ethanal
Melting
temperature (°C)
147
155
168
A student made a 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine derivative of compound A, which
is one of the three carbonyl compounds given in the table. The melting
temperature of his derivative was 160-164 °C.
He decided that compound A must be ethanal. Comment on why he came to
this conclusion and on the purity of his product. You should consider all three
carbonyl compounds in your answer.
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(e)
State a test that would give a positive result with ethanal but not with
propanal or cyclopentanone.
[2]
cyclopentanone
Reagent(s) ………………………………..............................................................
Observation with ethanal ………….....................................................................
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(f)
In industry ethanal is made from ethene and air/oxygen by the Wacker process.
The process uses an aqueous solution containing palladium(II) chloride and
copper(II) chloride. This corrosive solution acts as a homogeneous catalyst, as
the gases react in the solution. A 95% yield of ethanal is obtained. As part of
her research training, Emily was asked to evaluate this process with a view to
any improvements that could be made.
Suggest three factors (apart from cost) that Emily would need to know before
she could form an opinion about any possible improvements.
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11.
(a)
Aluminium chloride is used as a catalyst in the alkylation and acylation of
aromatic hydrocarbons.
(i)
State the name of an organic compound that reacts with
methylbenzene to produce compound F.
compound F
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Compound H is formed when the acid (acyl) chloride (RCOCl),
compound G, reacts with 2-propylbenzene (Mr 120.1) in the presence
of aluminium chloride.
compound H
Analysis of compound H showed that it contained 8.41% of oxygen by mass.
Use the graph to help you find the formula of the alkyl group R.
[3]
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(iv)
The acid chloride used in (iii) opposite is a liquid with a boiling
temperature of 102 °C. Before it was used in (iii) it was purified by
fractional distillation.
I
Suggest a method used to heat the flask containing the impure
acid chloride, giving a reason for your answer.
[2]
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II
State why it was important to exclude moisture from the
apparatus during the distillation of the acid chloride.
[1]
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(b)
Primary amines are organic compounds that contain the functional group –NH2.
(i)
(ii)
Amines can behave as bases. Complete the equations to show the
reaction between amines and acids.
[2]
C2H5NH2
+
CH3COOH

C6H5NH2
+
H2SO4

If the basic character of ethylamine (C2H5NH2), ammonia (NH3) and
phenylamine (C6H5NH2) is investigated, it is found that their strength
as a base varies as shown.
strongest base …………………………………………… weakest base
ethylamine
ammonia
phenylamine
Suggest why this is the order of basic character.
[3]
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(c)
(i)
A student was given the following reagents and a method in order to
make an azo dye.
Reagents provided:
Phenylamine dissolved in ethanol
Solid sodium nitrite, NaNO2
Dilute hydrochloric acid
Phenol dissolved in water
‘Add some sodium nitrite crystals to some hydrochloric acid in a
beaker. Quickly add some of the phenylamine solution and stir well.
Now add a little of the phenol solution to the mixture and stir. You
should see a yellow precipitate of 4-(phenylazo)phenol.’
4-(phenylazo)phenol
The student tried this method and did not obtain any of the yellow azo
dye. Assuming that he used the correct amounts of each reagent,
state two other important details that are missing from these
instructions, so that the experiment can be successful.
[2]
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(ii)
The student was eventually successful in his preparation of the yellow
dye and was asked to purify it using the following method.
‘Add a sample of the yellow dye to some aqueous sodium hydroxide
and stir it until the dye dissolves. Now add dilute hydrochloric acid
until no more yellow dye is precipitated. Filter off the yellow solid,
wash and dry.’
I
Use the formula of 4-(phenylazo)phenol to help you suggest
why the yellow dye is able to dissolve in aqueous sodium
hydroxide.
[2]
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II
State why the dye is again produced when dilute hydrochloric
acid is added to the mixture.
[1]
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12.
(a)
Draw diagrams to show the mechanism of the reaction between aqueous
sodium hydroxide and 1-chloropropane. You should include relevant dipoles
and curly arrows.
[4]
(b)
State the type of reaction mechanism occurring in (a).
[1]
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(c)
When 1-chloropropane, 1-bromopropane and 1-iodopropane are reacted
separately with aqueous sodium hydroxide it is found that 1-iodopropane
reacts most rapidly and 1-chloropropane reacts most slowly.
To make these results valid it is important that a number of experimental
factors are kept constant. Identify these factors stating how they would affect
the reaction. Consider how differences in the bonding present in each
compound have led to the differences in observed reaction rates.
[6]
(Your ability to construct an extended response will be assessed in this question).
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(d)
The equation shows the use of chlorocyclohexane to produce cyclohexene.
(i)
State the reagent and the conditions needed to convert
chlorocyclohexane into cyclohexene.
[1]
Reagent ……………………………………………………………………..
Conditions …………………………………………………………………..
(ii)
What type of reaction is shown in the equation?
[1]
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(iii)
Calculate the atom economy of this process.
[2]
Atom economy = ........................... %
(iv)
When chlorobenzene, C6H5Cl, is treated in the same way as
described in parts (a) and (d) no reaction occurs in either case.
For each reagent explain the reason for this.
[2]
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13.
In recent times it has become more usual to identify compounds using various types
of spectroscopic methods. The spectra below are all produced from the same
organic substance, compound T, which contains only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen.
Mass spectrum
IR spectrum
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spectrum
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H NMR
spectrum
Chemical shift (ppm)
Use these spectra to identify compound T. In your answer you should refer to all the
spectra provided. In each case you should give an indication of what information
about compound T is given by the spectrum and how you used this information to
identify compound T.
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14.
(a)
Gas oil is one of the fractions obtained from the distillation of crude oil. It
consists largely of a mixture of alkanes of formulae C14H30 to C20H42. This
fraction can be cracked in the presence of hydrogen (hydrocracking) to
produce alkanes with a smaller relative molecular mass.
(i)
State why it is unlikely that an alkene would be produced as a result of
hydrocracking.
[1]
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(ii)
Compound X is a gaseous branched-chain product of hydrocracking
gas oil. 2.09 kg of compound X occupies 960 dm3 at 101000 Pa and
323 K. Use all this information to identify compound X.
[4]
‒1
‒1
(gas constant, R = 8.31 J K mol )
Compound X ......................................................................
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(b)
Terpenes are an important group of compounds that are often found in plants.
For example, -terpinene is found in lemon peel.
(i)
The HPLC chromatogram of the hydrocarbon fraction of a citrus oil
(extracted from lemon peel) is shown below.
The retention value for -terpinene is 46.5 minutes. Calculate the
percentage of -terpinene in this hydrocarbon fraction.
[2]
Percentage of -terpinene = …………………. %
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(ii)
Further analysis showed that 95 % of the compounds in the citrus oil
were present in the hydrocarbon fraction and 5 % were present in an
aqueous fraction. If 3.2 g of lemon peel was used to obtain the citrus
oil, use your answer to (ii) to calculate the mass of -terpinene in the
peel.
[2]
Mass of -terpinene = ………………….g
(c)
-Terpinene is a derivative of cyclohexa-1,3-diene.
cyclohexa-1,3-diene
Another student reacted a sample of cyclohexa-1,3-diene with an excess of
bromine in an attempt to make 1,2,3,4-tetrabromocyclohexane, C6H8Br4. A
solid was obtained that contained 75.0 % of bromine by mass.
She suggested that this percentage of bromine was correct for the compound
1,2,3-tribromocyclohexane.
(i)
Discuss her conclusion and then use the information to suggest your
answer to the probable compound(s) present, giving reasons for your
answer.
[3]
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(ii)
Name a technique that could be used to confirm your conclusion to
part (i), giving the evidence that you would expect to find.
[2]
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15.
There is increasing interest in developing biochemical processes for the manufacture
of organic compounds that have traditionally been made from fossil fuels. One
compound that can be made using biotechnology is 2-methylpropan-1-ol.
Study the reaction sequences below and then answer the questions that follow.
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(a)
State the type of reaction that occurs when 2-methylpropan-1-ol vapour is
passed over aluminium oxide at 350 °C.
[1]
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(b)
State another reagent that could be used in place of aluminium oxide in the
reaction in (a) above.
[1]
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(c)
The reaction of 2-methylpropene with methanol to produce MTBE is an
example of an electrophilic addition reaction to an alkene.
A possible mechanism for this reaction is shown below.
Comment on this proposed mechanism by considering the points below:



any partial charges present in the reactants
the name/type of the intermediate carbocation
why the product is MTBE and not 1-methoxy-2-methylpropane, shown below.
[5]
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(d)
Suggest and explain why MTBE has a boiling temperature of 55 °C but
2-methylbutan-2-ol has a boiling temperature of 102 °C.
[2]
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(e)
3-Methylbutanoic acid can be prepared in a three-stage reaction from
2-methylpropan-1-ol. Describe the basic details of each stage, identifying
reagents, conditions and intermediate products.
[6]
(Your ability to construct an extended response will be assessed in this question.)
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16.
(a)
Amides are hydrolysed to the salts of carboxylic acids by warming them with
aqueous sodium hydroxide. During this process ammonia gas is given off.
In an experiment Julie reacted a known mass of an aliphatic amide with an
excess of aqueous sodium hydroxide. After the reaction was over, the
excess sodium hydroxide was neutralised by hydrochloric acid. She obtained
the following results.
Mass of the amide
Concentration of the aqueous sodium hydroxide
Volume of aqueous sodium hydroxide used
Volume of hydrochloric acid used
Concentration of hydrochloric acid
(i)
= 2.34 g
= 1.25 mol dm‒3
= 50.00 cm3
= 30.50 cm3
= 1.00 mol dm‒3
Find the relative molecular mass of the amide and hence its formula.
[5]
Formula ……………...........…….
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(ii)
Edward repeated a similar experiment using benzamide (C6H5CONH2).
He carried out the calculations correctly but arrived at an incorrect
value of 130 for the relative molecular mass.
Suggest two possible errors in his practical work. Explain how these
errors would account for the value calculated.
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(b)
Esters have extensive uses in the food industry as flavourings. One of these
esters is 1-butyl methanoate. This ester can be made from butan-1-ol and
methanoic acid in the presence of sulfuric acid, which acts as a catalyst.
1-Butyl methanoate and methanoic acid have similar boiling temperatures.
As a result, when the ester is distilled from the reaction mixture, the ester may
contain some unreacted methanoic acid. Give a chemical test, naming the
reagent and stating the result, which will show that methanoic acid is present
in this impure sample of 1-butyl methanoate.
[2]
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Chemistry in Practice
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2.
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3.
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4.
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5.
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6.
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Total
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Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
1.
(a)
Draw and label a diagram of a simple apparatus that could be used in an
experiment to determine the enthalpy change of the reaction of zinc with
aqueous copper(II) sulfate. The equation for the reaction is given.
Zn(s) + CuSO4(aq) → Cu(s) + ZnSO4(aq)
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The results obtained in such an experiment have been plotted on the graph
below.
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(i)
Determine the maximum temperature change by drawing lines to
complete the graph.
[3]
Maximum temperature change (ΔT) = .............................. °C
(ii)
The experiment used 0.60 g of zinc (Ar = 65) and 50 cm3 of aqueous
copper(II) sulfate (an excess). Calculate the enthalpy change for this
reaction in kJ mol‒1. Use your value for ΔT from part (i). You must
show your working.
The specific heat capacity of an aqueous solution is 4.2 J g‒1 °C‒1.
Assume that 1.0 cm3 of an aqueous solution has a mass of 1.0 g. [4]
Enthalpy change of reaction = .................................. kJ mol‒1
(c)
(i)
Explain what would be the effect on the reaction of using the same
mass of zinc but as large lumps rather than zinc powder in this
experiment. You should assume that all other conditions remain the
same.
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(ii)
What effect would using larger lumps have on the graph in (b)?
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2.
A student wanted to determine the concentration of aqueous sulfuric acid by titrating
it against a standard solution of sodium carbonate. The student used the following
instructions.
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(a)
(b)
Dissolve approximately 2.5 g of anhydrous sodium carbonate in distilled water to
give 250 cm3 of solution.
Rinse the burette with small volumes of acid and fill to just past the zero mark
using a small funnel.
Remove the funnel and adjust the acid in the burette so that it is exactly on the
0.00 cm3 mark.
Pipette 25.0 cm3 of the sodium carbonate solution into a conical flask and add an
indicator.
Add the acid from the burette and, when the indicator shows signs of changing
colour, wash the flask walls with water and continue the titration to the end-point.
The student carried out a rough titration and three further accurate titrations.
Construct a results table which would be suitable to record his burette
readings and titres.
[2]
State why the burette was rinsed with acid before filling and explain the
possible effect on the titre if this was not done.
[2]
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(c)
The student used 2.52 g of Na2CO3 to make 250 cm3 of solution. The mean
titre of his three concordant results was 20.10 cm3.
The equation for the reaction between sulfuric acid and sodium carbonate is
as follows.
H2SO4(aq) + Na2CO3(aq) → Na2SO4 (aq) + CO2(g) + H2O(l)
(i)
Use this information to calculate the concentration, in mol dm‒3, of the
sulfuric acid. Record this value to the appropriate number of
significant figures.
[3]
Concentration = ...................................... mol dm‒3
(ii)
Calculate the maximum percentage error in the mean titre value and
use this to justify the number of significant figures recorded in part (i).
[3]
Maximum percentage error = ............................. %
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3.
A student obtained the following results when measuring the initial rate of
decomposition of aqueous hydrogen peroxide, as in the following equation.
H2O2(aq) → H2O(l) + ½O2(g)
Concentration of H2O2 (mol dm3)
0.100
0.200
0.300
0.400
0.500
Rate (mol dm‒3 s‒1)
0.0511
0.0982
0.148
0.220
0.252
(a)
(i)
Briefly describe a method that could be used to study the rate of
decomposition of hydrogen peroxide.
[2]
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(ii)
State the main factor that needs to remain constant in order to obtain
valid results in this experiment.
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(c)
The reaction was catalysed by the iodide ions in a 0.103 mol dm‒3 solution of
potassium iodide. The rate equation for the reaction is as follows.
rate = k[H2O2]x [I‒]
Use the graph to deduce the order with respect to hydrogen peroxide, x, and
calculate the value of the rate constant, k, under these conditions. Give your
answer to the appropriate number of significant figures and state the units.
[4]
k = ...................................................
Units .................................................
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You are given the following five organic compounds in unlabelled bottles.
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1-bromobutane
butanone
1-chlorobutane
pentan-3-one
propanal
Plan a method to identify each compound using the fewest possible tests. All tests
must be based on chemical reactions and not the physical properties of the
compounds or any characteristic odours.
Your plan must include your tests, observations and conclusions.
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5.
Benzoic acid (C6H5COOH) is a solid that can be prepared from methylbenzene
(C6H5CH3) using an alkaline solution of potassium manganate(VII). In order to carry
out this oxidation reaction the aqueous mixture needs to be heated for a prolonged
period. After this oxidation reaction is complete, hydrochloric acid is added to the
mixture to form the benzoic acid as an impure solid product.
(a)
What practical technique would you use in the oxidation stage of this
preparation?
[1]
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(b)
Complete the equations to show the reactions that occur in this preparation.
You should use [O] to represent the oxidising agent.
[2]
C6H5CH3
C6H5COO
(c)
OH +
+
+
.............. →
C6H5COO + ..........................
............................... → ..................................
The solid benzoic acid can be purified by recrystallisation.
The solubility of benzoic acid in three solvents is given in the table.
(i)
Solubility of benzoic acid
Solvent A
Solvent B
Solvent C
in cold solvent
high
low
low
In hot solvent
high
high
low
Select the appropriate solvent from the table and describe how you would
carry out the recrystallisation to obtain a pure sample of benzoic acid.
[6]
(Your ability to construct an extended response will be assessed in this question.)
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(ii)
Describe what you would do to assess the purity of your recrystallised
sample of benzoic acid.
[1]
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6.
(a)
The graph below shows the change in pH during a reaction between
0.10 mol dm‒3 sodium hydroxide and 0.10 mol dm3 ethanoic acid at room
temperature.
Using the details included in the description and graph, describe the
experiment that was carried out in order to plot the graph.
[4]
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(b)
A student wanted to carry out a titration to find the concentration of a sample
of aqueous sodium hydroxide. He used a known volume of 0.1 mol dm3
ethanoic acid and added the sodium hydroxide. The table shows the pH
ranges and the colour changes of some indicators.
Indicator
thymol blue
pH range
Colour in acid
Colour in alkali
1.2 - 2.8
red
yellow
bromophenol blue
3.0 - 4.6
yellow
blue
bromocresol green
4.0 - 5.6
yellow
blue
cresol red
7.2 - 8.8
yellow
red
State which indicator the student should choose to obtain an accurate
end-point in this titration. Explain your choice.
[1]
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(c)
Use data from the graph in part (a) to calculate the acid dissociation constant,
Ka, of ethanoic acid at room temperature.
[4]
Ka = ............................... mol dm3
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COMPONENT 1: PHYSICAL AND INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
MARK SCHEME
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Recording of marks
Examiners must mark in red ink.
One tick must equate to one mark, apart from extended response questions where a level of response mark scheme is applied.
Question totals should be written in the box at the end of the question.
Question totals should be entered onto the grid on the front cover and these should be added to give the script total for each candidate.
Extended response questions
A level of response mark scheme is applied. The complete response should be read in order to establish the most appropriate band. Award the higher mark
if there is a good match with content and communication criteria. Award the lower mark if either content or communication barely meets the criteria.
Marking rules
All work should be seen to have been marked.
Marking schemes will indicate when explicit working is deemed to be a necessary part of a correct answer.
Crossed out responses not replaced should be marked.
Marking abbreviations
The following may be used in marking schemes or in the marking of scripts to indicate reasons for the marks awarded.
cao
ecf
bod
=
=
=
correct answer only
error carried forward
benefit of doubt
Credit should be awarded for correct and relevant alternative responses which are not recorded in the mark scheme.
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Section A
Question
1.
Marking details
AO1
a reversible reaction where the forward and reverse reactions
occur at the same rate
2.
H2O
NH3
CH4
BF3
must be in this order
AO2
1
Marks available
AO3
Total
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
3.
showing four shared pairs including one where both electrons
have come from the nitrogen atom (ignore charge)
4.
- O—H +
- C—H +
+ B—Cl -
+ C=O -
any two correct (1)
all four correct (2)
5.
xenon
+2
0
reduction
oxygen
-2
0
oxidation
each correct row (1)
total (1) if all oxidation states correct but one or more error in
oxidation/reduction column
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Question
Marking details
6.
Mg3(PO4)2
7.
A
B
8.
ice
caesium chloride
I2 < Br2 < Cl2
AO1
- both correct (1)
Kp =
atm‒2
10.
(NH3)2
(N2)(H2)3
T2 = 25 × 298 = 310 K
24
11.
1
1
1
Maths
Prac
1
1
(1)
2
1
1
1
(1)
1
2
2Cu2+ + 4I‒ → 2CuI + I2
1
1
Section A total
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(1)
(1)
p1V1 = p2V2
T1
T2
Marks available
AO3
Total
1
correct reason needed for credit
greater degree of freedom leads to greater entropy /
solids have lowest entropy and gases have highest entropy
9.
AO2
1
5
10
0
15
2
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Section B
Question
12.
(a)
Marking details
AO1
(i)
Initial nuclide
Final nuclide
Mass number
194
190
Symbol
Tl
Pt
2
any two correct for (1)
all four correct for (2)
(ii)
radioactivity causes mutations / destroys or damages DNA (1)
alpha radiation most damaging / most ionising (1)
(i)
2
4
2
6
Indicative content
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platinum has a long half-life so it emits radioactivity very slowly
/ bismuth emits radioactivity much more quickly (1)
190
Bi is the most damaging (1)
(b)
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
atomic spectrum contains series of discrete lines on a dark
background
these lines get closer together at higher energy until they
overlap
there are several series of lines
credit could be from a diagram
energy released when electron falls to lower energy state
discrete lines correspond to specific energies
this suggests that electrons can only move between certain
fixed levels
frequency of light emitted corresponds to the difference
between energy levels
the lines get closer together at higher energy within a
series because the electron energy levels get closer
together
4
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Question
Marking details
5-6 marks:
Each point included clear link between observations and the
proposed model
The candidate constructs a relevant, coherent and logically
structured account including all key elements of the indicative
content. A sustained and substantiated line of reasoning is evident
and scientific conventions and vocabulary are used accurately
throughout.
3-4 marks:
Sound description of spectrum (could be missing reference to several
series); clear understanding that discrete lines correspond to specific
energies
The candidate constructs a coherent account including most of the
key elements of the indicative content and little irrelevant material.
Some reasoning is evident in the linking of key points and use of
scientific conventions and vocabulary is generally sound.
1-2 marks:
Attempt at description of spectrum; some reference to electron
transitions and energy changes
The candidate attempts to link at least two relevant points from the
indicative content. Coherence is limited by omission and/or inclusion
of irrelevant material. There is some evidence of appropriate use of
scientific conventions and vocabulary.
0 marks:
The candidate does not make any attempt or give an answer worthy
of credit.
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AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
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Question
12.
(b)
(ii)
Marking details
aluminium has gradual increase in ionisation energies (1)
AO1
1
with jumps between 3rd and 4th ionisations and 11th and 12th
ionisations (1)
jumps occur as electrons are in different shells / link between
2,8,3 and graph arrangements (1)
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Marks available
AO3
Total
2
7
4
Maths
Prac
3
4
15
0
0
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Question
13.
(a)
Marking details
sodium oxide gives colourless solution, magnesium oxide
forms white precipitate (1)
Na2O + H2O → 2NaOH
(accept MgO + H2O → Mg(OH)2)
(b)
(c)
(d)
AO1
Maths
1
(1)
add CO32‒(aq) / OH‒(aq)
(1)
NaCl gives colourless solution, MgCl2 gives white precipitate (1)
Na+(aq) and Cl‒ (aq) do not react with H2O, therefore pH is 7
(1)
CH3COO‒ (aq) reacts with H2O forming CH3COOH and OH‒,
therefore pH is greater than 7 (1)
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
Prac
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
ΔfH = ΔatH Cu + I.E.Cu + ΔatH F2 + E.A.F + Δlat formH CuF2 (1)
doubling value for forming 2F and 2F‒ (1)
(accept from Born-Haber cycle)
ΔfH CuF2 = 339 + 2705 + 158 – 696 – 3037 (1)
ΔfH CuF2 = ‒531 kJ mol‒1 (1)
4
4
4
10
4
award (4) for correct answer only (cao)
error carried forward (ecf) possible
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7
0
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Question
14.
(a)
(b)
Marking details
AO1
pressure increases (1)
number of gas molecules increases / more moles of gas on
product side of equation (1)
(i)
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
2
when concentration doubles, rate doubles (1)
therefore first order or rate is proportional to concentration
(must give reason to get this mark) (1)
Maths
Prac
2
1
1
1
2
2
2
or
calculate values for k or rate/concentration ratios (1)
state that these are constant (1)
(ii)
(c)
rate determining step must have one N2O5 molecule as
reactant (1)
mechanism A matches this rate equation (1)
(must give reason to get this mark)
appropriate readings correctly made from graph
e.g. y = 4.4; x = 0.35 × 10‒3 (1)
gradient = ‒12500 ± 500
(accept positive value)
1
(1)
Ea = 12500 × 8.31 = 103875
Ea = 104 (kJ mol‒1)
1
1
(1)
(1)
1
4
4
6
10
5
award (4) for cao
award (3) for negative value or answer in J mol‒1
ecf possible
Question 14 total
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Question
15.
(a)
Marking details
ΔH = 2 × ‒286 + (‒394) –(‒239)
= ‒727 (kJ mol‒1)
= ‒703 (kJ mol‒1)
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
(1)
(1)
ΔS = 2 × 70 + 214 – 127 – 1½ × 206
= ‒82 (J K‒1 mol‒1)
ΔG = [–727 – (298 × ‒0.082)]
AO1
Maths
Prac
1
(1)
(1)
(1)
4
1
1
1
1
(1)
6
1
award (5) for cao – AO1 mark withheld
ecf possible
(b)
negative ΔG means reaction is feasible
1
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1
5
0
7
4
0
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Question
16.
(a)
(b)
(c)
Marking details
(i)
Cl2 + 2Br‒ → 2Cl‒ + Br2
(ii)
acidify with HNO3(aq), then add AgNO3(aq) (1)
AO1
AO2
1
Marks available
AO3
Total
1
Maths
Prac
cream precipitate is formed (1)
2
2
2
(i)
hydrogen chloride
1
1
1
(ii)
sulfur dioxide
1
1
1
Cl2 + 2NaOH → NaCl + NaClO + H2O (1)
chlorine is simultaneously oxidised and reduced (1)
(d)
from oxidation state 0 to –1 and +1 (1)
3
Ka = [H+][CH2ClCH2COO‒]
[CH2ClCH2COOH]
(1)
1
[CH2ClCH2COO‒] = 0.150 mol dm‒3 (1)
1
[H+] = (7.94 × 10‒5)(0.1)
0.150
(1)
3
1
1
1
[H+] = 5.29 × 10‒5
pH = ‒log 5.29 × 10‒5 = 4.28
ecf possible
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Question
16.
(e)
Marking details
AO1
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
solution contains a large amount of CH2ClCH2COOH and
CH2ClCH2COO‒ ions (accept correct equations) (1)
when an acid is added, the CH2ClCH2COO‒ ions react with
the H+ ions, removing them from solution and keeping the pH
constant (1)
when an alkali is added, the CH2ClCH2COOH reacts with the
OH‒ ions, removing them from solution and keeping the pH
constant (accept answer in terms of H+ ions reacting with
OH‒ ions) (1)
Question 16 total
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8
3
7
0
15
3
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Question
17.
(a)
(b)
Marking details
AO1
AO2
sample contains potassium ions / Q or Z are potassium / K
(i)
to ensure that all the water has been lost
(ii)
1.081 / 18.02 = 0.06 mol (1)
Marks available
AO3
Total
1
1
1
Maths
1
2
0.06 moles water in 0.01 mol compound, so x = 6 (1)
2
Prac
1
1
2
no ecf
(c)
(i)
Ba2+ + SO42‒ → BaSO4
(ii)
excess needed to ensure that all the sulfate has been
precipitated (1)
add more barium chloride to filtrate to ensure there is no
more precipitate formed / calculate volume needed and
measure and add excess (1)
(iii)
1
1
2
2
2
25 × 0.1 ÷ 1000 = 0.0025 mol of schönite (1)
moles barium sulfate = 1.166 / 233.1 = 0.005 (1)
y = 0.005 / 0.0025 = 2 (1)
(d)
3
2
2
8
12
3
formula is K2Mg(SO4)2.6H2O (2)
award (1) for identification of Mg if answer incorrect
Question 17 total
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1
3
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Question
18.
Marking details
(a)
AO1
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
2-
H2O
H2O
AO2
Cl
OH2
Co2+
Co
OH2
H2O
Cl
H2O
Cl
(1)
Cl
(1)
2
2
award (1) only if ligands correct but no attempt at
3D representation of bonds
(b)
(i)
f = 3.00 × 108
590 × 10‒9
= 5.08 × 1014 (Hz)
E = 3.37 × 10‒19 (J)
(1)
(1)
2
2
award (2) for cao
ecf possible
(ii)
Indicative content

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
[CoCl4]2‒ – red light is absorbed (shown in spectrum)
ligands cause splitting of d-orbitals into higher and lower
energy levels
Co has a vacancy in the higher energy level
electrons in the lower level can absorb energy to move to the
higher level
energy difference between higher and lower energy levels
corresponds to the frequency/wavelength of red light
credit awarded for an appropriately labelled diagram
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Question
Marking details
5-6 marks:
Each point addressed, including one reference to red light; explanation
in correct order; no reference to emission of blue light
The candidate constructs a relevant, coherent and logically structured
account including all key elements of the indicative content. A
sustained and substantiated line of reasoning is evident and scientific
conventions and vocabulary are used accurately throughout.
3-4 marks:
Reference to splitting of d-orbitals by ligands; absorption of energy
corresponding to difference between levels
The candidate constructs a coherent account including most of the key
elements of the indicative content and little irrelevant material. Some
reasoning is evident in the linking of key points and use of scientific
conventions and vocabulary is generally sound.
1-2 marks:
Splitting of d-orbitals; electrons move to another energy level; energy
change corresponds to colour
The candidate attempts to link at least two relevant points from the
indicative content. Coherence is limited by omission and/or inclusion
of irrelevant material. There is some evidence of appropriate use of
scientific conventions and vocabulary.
0 marks:
The candidate does not make any attempt or give an answer worthy of
credit.
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AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
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Question
18.
(b)
(iii)
Marking details
value determined from graph – 0.067 ± 0.001 (1)
AO1
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
1
Prac
calculated value = 0.06525 (given to min 3 sig figs) (1)
2
graph does not give as precise an answer / precision lost using
graph / mathematical equation gives answer to the same
number of significant figures as absorption (1)
(c)
(i)
(ii)
1
Kc = [(CoCl4)2‒] [H2O]6
[(Co(H2O)6)2+] [Cl‒]4
1
3
3
1
concentration of H2O = 0.48 mol dm‒3
concentration of [Co(H2O)6]2+ = 0.12 mol dm‒3
concentration of Cl‒ = 0.18 mol dm‒3
all three concentrations stated explicitly or shown in equation (2)
any one (1)
Kc = 7.77
(1)
3
award (3) for cao
mol2 dm‒6
(d)
(1)
1
cloudiness is white precipitate / precipitate formed by reaction of
chloride with silver ions/ insoluble silver chloride (1)
concentration of chloride ions decreased significantly (1)
equilibrium will shift to left hand side according to Le Chatelier’s
principle / to produce more chloride ions / to replace chloride
ions removed (1)
more [Co(H2O)6]2+ formed / [CoCl4]2‒ converted to [Co(H2O)6]2+
and these are different colours / leading to colour change (1)
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4
1
1
1
8
10
1
4
4
22
4
7
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Question
19.
(a)
(i)
Marking details
AO1
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
any two for (1) each up to max 2
 eye protection for solution spillage when filling burette (1)
 care to avoid burns whilst heating (1)
 wear lab coat as sulfuric acid is corrosive, potassium
manganate(VII) stains clothing (1)
(ii)
AO2
mean titre = (15.00 + 14.90 + 14.95)  3 = 14.95
2
2
2
1
(1)
‒
moles MnO4 = 0.020 × 0.01495 = 2.99 × 10‒4
moles Fe2+ = 1.495 × 10‒3
(1)
1
conc Fe2+ = 1.495 × 10‒3/0.025 = 0.0598 mol dm‒3 (1)
1
1
3
1
3
3
3
3
award (3) for cao
ecf possible
(iii)
‒
moles MnO4 = 0.020 × 0.0191 = 3.82 × 10‒4
(1)
moles Fe2+ = 1.91 × 10‒3
moles Fe3+ = 1.91 × 10‒3 – 1.495 × 10‒3 = 4.15 × 10‒4
(1)
1
conc Fe3+ = 4.15 × 10‒4/0.025 = 0.0166 mol dm‒3
(1)
1
award (3) for cao
ecf possible
or
conc Fe2+ = 1.91 × 10‒3/0.025 = 0.0764 mol dm‒3
conc Fe3+ = 0.0764 – 0.0598 = 0.0166 mol dm‒3
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Question
19.
(a)
(b)
(iv)
Marking details
AO1
AO2
burette accurate to ± 0.10, therefore apparatus error
about 1% (1)
three results are reliable since they are within 0.10 cm3 of each
other (1)
improve accuracy by using an instrument to measure
permanent colour change rather than visual estimation (1)
Maths
Prac
3
3
3
3
3
3
8
14
any three for (1) each up to max 3
Method A would produce a result with a low Fe2+ concentration
since:
 reduction of Fe3+ might not be complete (1)
 Fe2+ might re-oxidise to Fe3+ prior to titration (1)
 there is no guarantee of complete transfer of Fe2+ following
reduction (1)
 Method B depends on use of digital apparatus so should
be more accurate (1)
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AO3
Total
2
4
5
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SUMMARY OF MARKS ALLOCATED TO ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVES
Question
AO1
AO2
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
Section A
5
10
0
15
2
0
12.
7
4
4
15
0
0
13.
3
7
0
10
4
3
14.
0
4
6
10
5
0
15.
2
5
0
7
4
0
16.
8
7
0
15
3
8
17.
1
3
8
12
5
4
18.
8
10
4
22
7
7
19.
2
4
8
14
5
14
Totals
36
54
30
120
35
36
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COMPONENT 2: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY AND ANALYSIS
MARK SCHEME
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Recording of marks
Examiners must mark in red ink.
One tick must equate to one mark, apart from extended response questions where a level of response mark scheme is applied.
Question totals should be written in the box at the end of the question.
Question totals should be entered onto the grid on the front cover and these should be added to give the script total for each candidate.
Extended response questions
A level of response mark scheme is applied. The complete response should be read in order to establish the most appropriate band. Award the higher mark
if there is a good match with content and communication criteria. Award the lower mark if either content or communication barely meets the criteria.
Marking rules
All work should be seen to have been marked.
Marking schemes will indicate when explicit working is deemed to be a necessary part of a correct answer.
Crossed out responses not replaced should be marked.
Marking abbreviations
The following may be used in marking schemes or in the marking of scripts to indicate reasons for the marks awarded.
cao
ecf
bod
=
=
=
correct answer only
error carried forward
benefit of doubt
Credit should be awarded for correct and relevant alternative responses which are not recorded in the mark scheme.
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Section A
Question
Marking details
1.
CH2
CH
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
CH3
CH3
H3C
AO1
CH3
or
H3C
C
CH3
1
1
CH3
2.
2-methylbut-1-ene
1
1
3.
•CH2F and Cl•
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
accept structural formula for fluoromethyl radical
4.
CH3
H3C
C
CH3
Br
5.
6.
(a)
(b)
7.
(a)
(b)
one of the carbon atoms of the double bond has two atoms the
same
the CH(OH) carbon atom is a chiral centre (could be shown on the
formula)
the enantiomers will rotate the plane of polarised light in the
opposite direction
1
1
it contains the CH2OH group
1
1
H
C
OH
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CH3
1
1
Maths
Prac
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Question
8.
(a)
(b)
Marking details
AO1
silver mirror (1)
the aldehyde group acts as a reducing agent and
reduces Ag+ to Ag (1)
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
2
Maths
Prac
1
2
an aldehyde group is present in the methanoate group and will
reduce Ag+ to Ag
1
1
9.
Reagent(s)
Functional group
identified
Observation
sodium carbonate
carboxylic acid
effervescence
iron(III) chloride (aq)
phenol
purple colouration
bromine (aq)
alkene
bromine
decolourised
3
(1) for each correct row
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3
6
2
15
3
0
4
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Section B
Question
10.
(a)
angle 1 C‒Ĉ‒H ~120°
(1)
angle 2 H‒Ĉ‒H ~109.5°
(1)
AO1
acidified (sodium/potassium) dichromate / H+, Cr2O72‒ or
acidified potassium manganate(VII) / H+, MnO4‒
(b)
(c)
Marking details
(i)
SeO2 +4
(iii)
2
2
1
1
Se 0 (1)
1
44.04 / 44
Mr CHO–CHO
1
58.0 / 58
(1)
1
% yield = 0.345 × 100 = 69.0 (1)
0.500
award (3) for correct answer only (cao)
error carried forward (ecf) possible
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1
moles of ethanal = 22.0 = 0.500
44.04
moles of ethanedial = 20.0 = 0.345 (1) (mole ratio is 1:1)
58.0
(d)
Prac
2
SeO2 only oxidises to an aldehyde /
SeO2 does not produce a carboxylic acid
Mr CH3CHO
Maths
1
oxidation number becoming less positive is reduction (1)
(ii)
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
(i)
nucleophilic addition-elimination / condensation
(ii)
the melting temperature cannot be higher than the book value 
compound A cannot be propanal or cyclopentanone (1)
if impure the compound will melt at a lower temperature than the
expected value (1) and over a range of temperatures (1)
3
1
3
1
1
3
3
3
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Question
(e)
Marking details
test it with I2 / NaOH or NaOCl / KI
AO1
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
(1)
yellow precipitate / solid (1)
(f)
AO2
2
2
2
any three for (1) each up to max 3
 the temperature / pressure at which the system operates (1)
 how the ethanal is separated from the other
products / catalyst (1)
 if the use of a heterogenous catalyst is feasible (1)
 how the catalyst is recovered (1)
 the nature of the corrosion proof reactor lining (1)
3
3
4
18
accept other sensible answers
Question 10 total
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9
2
6
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Question
11.
(a)
Marking details
(i)
AO1
chloroethane / bromoethane
AO2
1
Marks available
AO3
Total
1
Maths
Prac
(ii)
or in position 2 with respect to
methyl group
(iii)
1
correct value of Mr from the graph (190)
(1)
1
correct deduction of ‘Mr’ of R group (43.1)
(1)
1
correct formula of R group (CH3CH2CH2 / (CH3)2CH) (1)
1
1
1
3
no ecf
(iv)
I
II
(b)
(i)
electrical heating / oil bath (1)
to avoid danger of fire / boiling temperature is greater than 100 °C
so a water bath cannot be used (1)
2
2
2
acid chlorides are hydrolysed by moisture
1
1
1
C2H5NH2 + CH3COOH  C2H5NH3+CH3COO‒
C6H5NH2 + H2SO4  C6H5NH3+HSO4‒ or
2C6H5NH2 + H2SO4  (C6H5NH3+)2 SO42‒
(accept if charges omitted)
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(1)
(1)
2
2
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Question
11.
(b)
Marking details
+
(ii)
they all act as bases by donating lone pair to H (1)
the more available the lone pair, the stronger the base (1)
AO1
1
(i)
I
II
1
Prac
3
2
2
2
the yellow dye contains a phenolic OH group and this acidic group
is neutralised by aqueous sodium hydroxide (1)
giving the (soluble) anion / ~~~ O-Na+ (1)
2
2
when the solution becomes acidic, the (soluble) anion is replaced
by the OH group to restore the insoluble yellow dye
1
1
Question 11 total
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Maths
the phenol needs to be in alkaline solution (1)
the temperature needs to be 10 °C or less (1)
(ii)
Marks available
AO3
Total
1
sensible comment on the order e.g. lone pair on nitrogen in
phenylamine is delocalised to the ring electron system / ethyl
group is electron releasing (1)
(c)
AO2
7
10
1
18
1
5
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Question
12.
(a)
Marking details
+
‒
dipoles shown i.e. C and Cl
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
(1)
curly arrow shown from OH‒ to C+
curly arrow from bond to Cl
AO1
(1)
(1)
products are propan-1-ol and Cl‒ (1)
4
4
(b)
nucleophilic substitution
1
1
(c)
Indicative content






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The concentration of the sodium hydroxide solution in each
case needs to be kept constant, otherwise the rate of
substitution will be affected by the [OH] present
The temperature of each reaction must be kept the same as
reaction rate changes markedly with changes in temperature
The bonding between the carbon and halogen atom in each
compound is covalent but each bond is a polar covalent bond
Polarisation for the C-Cl bond is the greatest suggesting that
1-chloropropane should react most quickly
The C-I bond is the weakest is terms of bond enthalpy
suggesting that 1-iodopropane should react most quickly
The overriding factor in these reactions is the bond enthalpy
2
2
2
6
Maths
Prac
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Question
Marking details
5-6 marks:
Each point included; clear understanding of link between observations
and conclusion
The candidate constructs a relevant, coherent and logically structured
account including all key elements of the indicative content. A sustained
and substantiated line of reasoning is evident and scientific conventions
and vocabulary are used accurately throughout.
3-4 marks:
Effect of at least one of general factors affecting rate included; reference
to bond polarity and bond strength; attempt at comparison of their effect
on rate
The candidate constructs a coherent account including most of the key
elements of the indicative content and little irrelevant material. Some
reasoning is evident in the linking of key points and use of scientific
conventions and vocabulary is generally sound.
1-2 marks:
Reference to one general factor affecting rate; conclusion in terms of
bond enthalpy
The candidate attempts to link at least two relevant points from the
indicative content. Coherence is limited by omission and/or inclusion of
irrelevant material. There is some evidence of appropriate use of
scientific conventions and vocabulary.
0 marks:
The candidate does not make any attempt or give an answer worthy of
credit.
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AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
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Question
(d)
Marking details
AO1
1
(i)
sodium / potassium hydroxide in ethanol
(ii)
elimination / dehydrohalogenation
(iii)
(mass of required product ÷ total mass of reactants) × 100
or
(82 ÷ 118.5) × 100
(1)
= 69.2 %
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
1
1
(1)
Maths
Prac
1
0
1
1
2
2
award (2) for cao
ecf possible if error in calculating one of masses
(iv)
Reasons in (a) – carbon is not + since electrons from chlorine
pulled towards delocalised ring / C—Cl bond is strengthened
since electrons from chlorine pulled towards delocalised ring (1)
1
Reasons in (d) – there is no suitable hydrogen atom (to allow
elimination of HCl) (1)
Question 12 total
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5
1
2
3
17
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Question
13.
Marking details
AO1
Mass spectrum
Mr is 86
(1)
link between mass and identity of any fragment
e.g. 43 is CH3CO / C3H7 (1)
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
0
0
1
1
IR spectrum
peak at ~ 1700 cm-1 due to C=O (1)
no O-H peak (1)
compound T is a carbonyl compound / aldehyde / ketone
(not a carboxylic acid) (1)
1
1
1
C NMR
four different carbon environments (1)
1
H NMR
three different hydrogen environments (1)
ratio of peak areas / hydrogen environments is 6:3:1 (1)
1
1
13
1
any two for (1) each up to max 2
 splitting shows  1 H on C next to C with multiple hydrogen
atoms (1)
 6 protons on C next to C with 1 proton (1)
 3 protons on C next to C with no protons (1)
2
Conclusion
compound T is 3-methylbutanone (1)
1
11
5
11
Question 13 total
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6
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Question
14.
(a)
(b)
Marking details
AO1
(i)
any alkene molecules produced would react with hydrogen
(forming the corresponding alkane)
(ii)
n = pV = (101000 × 0.96)
RT
8.31 × 323
(i)
(1)
1
1
(1)
1
1
M = 57.9
(1)
1
1
methylpropane / CH3CH(CH3)CH3
(1)
relative peak area -terpinene = 8
total relative peak area = 64
both required (1)
=
8 × 100
64
total percentage of -terpinene in the citrus oil
= 95 × 12.5 = 11.9
100
= 12.5 (1)
1
4
2
2
(1)
mass of -terpinene in the citrus oil = 11.9 × 3.2 = 0.38 g (1)
100
award (2) for cao
ecf possible from (ii)
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n = 36.1
 percentage of -terpinene
(ii)
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
1
1
2
2
2
Prac
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Question
14.
(c)
(i)
Marking details
AO1
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
1,2,3-tribromocyclohexane cannot be a product as addition of
bromine / Br2 is taking place and the only possible products are
1,2-dibromocyclohexane or 1,2,3,4-tetrabromocyclohexane (1)
the percentage of bromine in the tetrabromo-compound is 80.0
and for the dibromo-compound it is 66.7 (1)
one conclusion is that not every double bond has been
brominated (and the product is a mixture of the dibromo- and
tetrabromo- compounds) (1)
(ii)
3
3
answers based on any of the following techniques
infrared (absorption) spectroscopy (1)
look for C = C at 1620-1670 cm‒1 (1)
1
1
2
2
proton NMR spectroscopy (1)
look for HC = CH protons at ~4.8  (1)
GLC / HPLC (1)
compare retention times with standard materials (1)
mass spectroscopy (1)
look for fragmentation pattern / M+ signals (1)
Question 14 total
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5
7
14
5
2
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Question
15.
Marking details
AO1
1
AO2
(a)
dehydration / elimination
(b)
(concentrated) sulfuric acid / (concentrated) phosphoric acid
(c)
methanol contains a (polar) O‒— H+ bond
(could be shown in a formula) (1)
1
the ‘H’ of the OH group acts as an electrophile (1)
1
reacting with the alkene to give the 2-methyl-2-propyl carbocation
/ tertiary carbocation (1)
1
(d)
1
1
if 1-methoxy-2-methylpropane was the product, then the
intermediate carbocation would be the 2-methyl-1-propyl
carbocation which is a primary carbocation (1)
1
less stable / not so easily formed as the tertiary
2-methyl-2-propyl carbocation (1)
1
5
the alcohol can hydrogen bond between its molecules but MTBE
cannot (1)
more energy is needed to break these hydrogen bonds therefore
a relatively higher boiling temperature (1)
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AO3
Total
1
2
2
Maths
Prac
1
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Question
15.
(e)
Marking details
AO2
2
2
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
Indicative content





2-methylpropan-1-ol / the alcohol is treated with HCl /
hydrogen chloride in the presence of (anhydrous) zinc chloride
to give 1-chloro-2-methylpropane / (CH3)2CHCH2Cl
this chloro-compound then reacts with potassium cyanide /
KCN
giving 3-methylbutanenitrile / (CH3)2CHCH2CN
this is then hydrolysed by, for example, aqueous sulfuric acid
(to give the carboxylic acid)
5-6 marks:
Each step included in the correct order; reagents and intermediate
products identified
The candidate constructs a relevant, coherent and logically structured
account including all key elements of the indicative content. A sustained
and substantiated line of reasoning is evident and scientific conventions
and vocabulary are used accurately throughout.
3-4 marks:
General description of each stage; reagents/products identified for two
stages
The candidate constructs a coherent account including most of the key
elements of the indicative content and little irrelevant material. Some
reasoning is evident in the linking of key points and use of scientific
conventions and vocabulary is generally sound.
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2
6
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1-2 marks:
Description or reagents given for one step; one intermediate product
identified
The candidate attempts to link at least two relevant points from the
indicative content. Coherence is limited by omission and/or inclusion of
irrelevant material. There is some evidence of appropriate use of
scientific conventions and vocabulary.
0 marks:
The candidate does not make any attempt or give an answer worthy of
credit.
Question 15 total
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7
4
15
0
7
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Question
16.
(a)
(i)
Marking details
AO1
moles of NaOH used = 1.25 × 50.00 = 0.0625
1000
(1)
moles of HCl used = 1.00 × 30.50
1000
(1)
=
0.0305
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
since 1 mol of HCl reacts with 1 mol of NaOH
moles of NaOH that reacted with the amide
= 0.0625 – 0.0305 = 0.0320
(1)
since 1 mol of NaOH reacts with 1 mol of the amide
moles of the amide present = 0.0320

Mr of the amide = mass = 2.34 = 73.1
moles 0.032
(1)
4
ecf possible up to this point but not for incorrect alkyl group
‘Mr’ CONH2 = 12 + 16 + 2.02 = 44.02
‘Mr’ R = 73.1 – 44.02 = 29.08
 an alkyl group  C2H5
formula of the amide is
(1)
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5
5
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Question
16.
(a)
(ii)
Marking details
Mr of benzamide is 121 (the value obtained is too high)
AO1
(1)
AO2
1
not all the ammonia had been expelled (1)
 more HCl was used to neutralise this  the titration indicated
that apparently relative less of the NaOH reacted with the amide
 number of moles is apparently less  Mr higher (1)
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
2
(accept ‘some HCl reacted with the ammonia’ as a weaker answer
for the second point)
mass used was lower than the recorded mass (2)
[incorrect recording of the mass of amide used (1)]
(b)
2
5
5
2
2
add NaHCO3 (1) effervescence (1)
or
universal indicator (1) turns red (1)
2
Question 16 total
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6
4
12
4
12
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COMPONENT 2: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY AND ANALYSIS
SUMMARY OF MARKS ALLOCATED TO ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVES
Question
AO1
AO2
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
Section A
7
6
2
15
0
4
10.
5
9
4
18
2
6
11.
7
10
1
18
1
5
12.
9
5
3
17
0
1
13.
0
6
5
11
0
0
14.
2
5
7
14
5
2
15.
4
7
4
15
0
7
16.
2
6
4
12
4
12
Totals
36
54
30
120
12
37
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COMPONENT 3: CHEMISTRY IN PRACTICE
MARK SCHEME
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Recording of marks
Examiners must mark in red ink.
One tick must equate to one mark, apart from extended response questions where a level of response mark scheme is applied.
Question totals should be written in the box at the end of the question.
Question totals should be entered onto the grid on the front cover and these should be added to give the script total for each candidate.
Extended response questions
A level of response mark scheme is applied. The complete response should be read in order to establish the most appropriate band. Award the higher mark
if there is a good match with content and communication criteria. Award the lower mark if either content or communication barely meets the criteria.
Marking rules
All work should be seen to have been marked.
Marking schemes will indicate when explicit working is deemed to be a necessary part of a correct answer.
Crossed out responses not replaced should be marked.
Marking abbreviations
The following may be used in marking schemes or in the marking of scripts to indicate reasons for the marks awarded.
cao
ecf
bod
=
=
=
correct answer only
error carried forward
benefit of doubt
Credit should be awarded for correct and relevant alternative responses which are not recorded in the mark scheme.
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Question
1.
(a)
(b)
Marking details
AO1
diagram with labels
calorimeter / polystyrene cup (1) thermometer (1)
allow (1) if both drawn but neither labelled
copper(II) sulfate (1)
must be labelled
(i)
(ii)
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
3
Maths
3
straight line of best fit through ‘after reaction’ points (1)
higher line extrapolated to point of mixing (1)
T determined from graph (1)
error carried forward (ecf) possible
1
moles of Zn = 0.60/65 (1)
1
50 × 4.2 × T [from (i)]
1
Prac
3
1
1
1
(1)
3
3
1
calculation of enthalpy change of reaction
= 50 × 4.2 × T × 65
1000 × 0.60
= ‒227.5
1
(1)
must be negative value (1)
1
1
4
4
award (3) for correct answer only (cao) – AO1 mark withheld
ecf possible
(c)
(i)
(ii)
reaction slower because surface area is less (1)
fewer collisions per unit time / less chance of collisions (1)
2
it would take more time for the graph to reach its maximum after
mixing / graph will not rise as steeply
accept sensible alternatives
Question 1 total
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6
5
1
1
2
13
3
10
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Question
2.
(a)
Marking details
AO1
AO2
(b)
2
Prac
2
2
2
2
to avoid dilution of the acid (1)
leading to a larger than expected titre (1)
(i)
2
2.52/106 = 0.0238
moles of Na2CO3 in 25.0 cm3 = 0.00238 (1)
1mol H2SO4 : 1mol Na2CO3
therefore 0.00238 mol H2SO4 in 20.10 cm3
conc. = 0.00238 × 1000 = 0.118 (1)
20.1
award (3) for cao
allow ecf
or
c1V1 = c2V2
c1 = 0.0951 (1)
0.0951 × 0.025 = c2 × 0.0201 (1)
c2 = 0.118 (1)
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final volume/ burette reading, initial volume/ burette reading
and titre/ volume added headings in first column with units (1)
titre/ volume added in bottom row of table (1)
(c)
Marks available
AO3
Total
1
(1)
1
1
1
3
1
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Question
2.
(c)
(ii)
Marking details
AO1
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
burette measures ± 0.05 cm3 but initial and final readings
compound error giving ± 0.10 cm3 (1)
max % error = 0.1 × 100 = 0.50 (%) (1)
20.1
(accept calculation based on only one reading and on burettes
with ± 0.10 cm3 precision)
this is less than 1% error (but more than 0.1%) so record to
3 significant figures (1)
Question 2 total
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3
3
3
2
3
5
10
4
7
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Question
3.
(a)
(i)
Marking details
AO1
measure the volume of gas given off (1)
in a certain time period (1)
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
2
Maths
Prac
2
2
1
1
or
measure the decrease in mass (of the reaction mixture) (1)
in a certain time period (1)
(ii)
(b)
temperature
1
labelled axes with units (1)
points correctly plotted – within half a small square (1)
(c)
2
2
line drawn through points – should miss point at conc = 0.400 (1)
1
rate reaction (directly) proportional to concentration H2O2
therefore first order with respect to H2O2 / x = 1 (1)
1
k=
0.0511__
[0.100][0.103]
k = 4.96
(1)
dm3 mol‒1 s‒1
(accept mol‒1 dm3 s‒1)
3
1
(1)
1
(answer must be given to 3 sig figs)
1
(1)
4
4
4
10
6
7
credit similar calculation based on other set of results
ecf possible
Question 3 total
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4
3
3
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Question
4.
Marking details
AO1
AO2
Marks available
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
award (1) for each relevant test linked to functional group /
named compound(s) up to maximum of 3 marks –
general description of test rather than exact reagents is sufficient
for example
2,4 DNPH identifies carbonyl compounds (1)
Tollens’ identifies aldehyde (1)
iodoform identifies methyl ketone (1)
hydrolysis/Ag+ identifies halogenoalkane (1)
all 3 could be awarded by implication is a well-constructed plan
maximum of 2 marks if any irrelevant/unnecessary test included
[AO3 mark withheld]
2
all 5 compounds identified with clear rationale including all
observations and conclusions (4)
all 5 compounds identified with some missing detail in rationale
(3)
at least three compounds identified with some missing detail in
rationale (2)
at least two compounds identified (1)
1
2
2
1
8
4
8
8
strategy clearly indicating that tests are only carried out on
compounds that remain unidentified (1)
for example
2,4 DNPH test on all compounds – orange/yellow/red ppt with 3 compounds
and no reaction with 2 compounds; Tollens’ test on 3 compounds giving
positive 2,4 DNPH – silver mirror with propanal and no reaction with 2
compounds; iodoform test on 2 compounds giving negative Tollens’ – pale
yellow ppt with butanone and no reaction with pentan-3-one
hydrolysis/Ag+ test on 2 compounds giving negative 2,4 DNPH – white ppt with
1-chlorobutane and cream ppt with 1-bromobutane
Question 4 total
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2
2
0
8
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Question
5.
Marking details
(a)
reflux
(b)
C6H5CH3 + OH‒ + 3[O] → C6H5COO‒ + 2H2O (1)
C6H5COO‒
(c)
(i)
+ H+ → C6H5COOH (1)
AO2
2
Maths
Prac
1
2
Indicative content




solvent B selected
dissolve solid in minimum amount of hot solvent B
filter mixture whilst hot and cool until solid recrystallises
filter again, wash with cold solvent B and dry crystals
Missing steps or an incorrect order of steps should be
considered as ‘significant omissions’ and credit must be limited
to the 1-2 marks band
5-6 marks:
Each point included in the correct order; details in bold essential
The candidate constructs a relevant, coherent and logically structured
account including all key elements of the indicative content. A
sustained and substantiated line of reasoning is evident and scientific
conventions and vocabulary are used accurately throughout.
3-4 marks:
Correct solvent; correct order; reference to ‘hot’ at dissolving and
filtering stages
The candidate constructs a coherent account including most of the key
elements of the indicative content and little irrelevant material. Some
reasoning is evident in the linking of key points and use of scientific
conventions and vocabulary is generally sound.
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1
Marks available
AO3
Total
1
4
2
6
6
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1-2 marks:
Minimum of two from correct solvent, dissolve in hot solvent, filter hot,
cool, filter
The candidate attempts to link at least two relevant points from the
indicative content. Coherence is limited by omission and/or inclusion
of irrelevant material. There is some evidence of appropriate use of
scientific conventions and vocabulary.
0 marks:
The candidate does not make any attempt or give an answer worthy of
credit.
(ii)
measure the melting temperature and check against literature
value
Question 5 total
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1
6
1
2
2
10
1
0
8
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Question
6.
(a)
Marking details
AO1
sodium hydroxide added to ethanoic acid (1)
ethanoic acid in (conical) flask / beaker and sodium hydroxide in
burette (1)
25 cm3 of acid (1)
(c)
Maths
Prac
1
1
cresol red because indicator needs to change colour in pH range
of vertical section on graph
Ka = [H+][CH3COO]
[CH3COOH]
Marks available
AO3
Total
1
1
measure pH with pH probe/ meter after each (small volume)
addition / continuous measurement with data logger or
computer (1)
(b)
AO2
1
4
4
1
1
1
(1)
(from graph) pH = 2.9
(1)
[H+] = 1.26 × 103
(1)
Ka = (1.26 × 103)2 = 1.6 × 105
0.1
1
1
1
1
(1)
4
1
9
2
award (4) for cao
ecf possible
accept answer based on pKa = pH at half neutralisation
Question 6 total
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0
5
4
5
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COMPONENT 3: CHEMISTRY IN PRACTICE
SUMMARY OF MARKS ALLOCATED TO ASSESSMENT OBJECTIVES
Question
AO1
AO2
AO3
Total
Maths
Prac
1.
6
5
2
13
3
10
2.
2
3
5
10
4
7
3.
4
3
3
10
6
7
4.
2
2
4
8
0
8
5.
6
2
2
10
0
8
6.
0
5
4
9
2
5
Totals
20
20
20
60
15
45
A level Chemistry SAMs for teaching from 2015/JF
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